Affordable tuition, multicultural cities and one of the world's clearest paths from study to permanent residency. AEC specialises in placements at U of T, UBC, McGill, Waterloo and top colleges with strong PR outcomes.
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Strong pathways for graduates
Canada — with its abundant opportunities, humane laws and futuristic governing policies — is a student-friendly destination for higher studies. Universities offer Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degrees, while colleges and technical institutions offer professional programmes of 1–3 years, often including a work term. Canada is especially popular for its co-op (work-study) programmes, which formally integrate academic studies with relevant paid work experience.
Universities in Canada offer Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degrees, while colleges generally offer Bachelor's and diploma programmes. Community colleges and technical institutions offer professional programmes of 1–3 years, often including a work term. Provincial governments regulate primary and secondary schools — find details from the Council of Ministers of Education (Ministry of Education) of the province you wish to study in.
Canada is a land of openness, wide panoramic landscapes and breathtaking natural beauty — often called the 'picture postcard country'. It is also a modern, vibrant, multicultural hub of innovation and technology. Canada's warm, inclusive culture more than makes up for its cold climate, offering students a highly stimulating academic environment and immense work opportunities for career development.
Canada offers many ways to gain valuable work experience. You can work on campus without a separate work permit if you are a full-time student at an eligible institution with a valid study permit. Off-campus, with the right authorisation, you may work up to 20 hours per week during academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks. After graduation, the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) can grant a permit for up to three years, opening clear pathways to permanent residency.
A Study Permit serves as your Canadian student visa for the duration of your stay and can be renewed from within Canada. You qualify if you've been accepted by a recognised institution, can prove sufficient funds for tuition, living and return travel, have no criminal record, are in good health and can show you'll leave Canada once studies end.
Shortlist institutions based on cost of application, tuition, health insurance, living expenses and language requirements.
Sit any required tests (GRE/GMAT/SAT) and English-proficiency exams (IELTS/TOEFL) well in advance.
Apply roughly a year before you want to start — early applications are essential to secure a seat.
On acceptance you receive a letter of acceptance — necessary to apply for your Study Permit (plus a CAQ for Quebec).
Submit your Study Permit application with proof of funds, acceptance letter, passport and transcripts.
Arrange accommodation, insurance, forex and travel with AEC's pre-departure support.
AEC students consistently secure offers from these institutions.
University of Toronto
University of British Columbia
McGill University
University of Waterloo
McMaster University
Queen's University
University of Alberta
University of Ottawa
Simon Fraser UniversityThe most in-demand postgraduate programmes our students choose.
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